Exclusive Video: Manolo Rose and Sonny Digital Take Over SOBs on MLK Day

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It was a showcase of up and comers on MLK Day, as the Diem Assembly rolled into SOBs in NYC, and HipHopShortstop was in the house to document the evening. 

The night was a showcase of hungry young rappers looking to claim their spot, but the show was stolen (once again) by NY's own Manolo Rose, who rolled out a set punctuated by the high energy performance of his breakout hit "Run Ricky Run." Flogged by his Fameschool crew, Manolo took shit to the next level as the familiar sound effect of gunshots and sirens rang thru SOB's. The groundbreaking track is already hard when you listen thru your headphones or the speakers on your car, but seeing it live is a completely different animal.

Manolo delivers the lyrics with a passion, hitting each line like its his last and making sure that everyone in attendance gets there moneys worth. Even as a reporter there to document the evening, it was hard not to find myself drifting toward the center of the stage towards the ensuing mayhem, of which there was plenty. By the 2nd round of "RUN," Rose had already surfed his way through the crowd, and then handed off the mic in favor of joining the action in the crowd which at times resembled more of a heavy metal moshpit than a rap concert. 

You can tell Manolo is enjoying every minute of the spotlight, and based on his performance of some of his other tracks, he intends on sticking around for the forseeable future. 

Manolo was followed by southern hip hop producer Sonny Digital, who is an up and comer in his own right with an already impressive portfolio of hits he created for stars like Drake, Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan, ILoveMakonnen, Future and more. Sonny played a set laced with some of his well known hits, and some of his personal favorites from other artists, which he talks about in our exclusive interview, which you can view here on HipHopShortStop.com. Sonny is on the verge of superstardom, and those in attendance at SOB's that night got to see why. 

Thanks to SOB's and Phil The Mayor for allowing Hip Hop ShortStop to cover another top notch event. SOB's is quickly becoming a top venue for up the next generation of hip hop stars and fans, and we look forward to returning in the near future.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Joe Budden Takes Over SOBs New York City For The Album Release of EP 'Some Love Lost.'

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by: Dana P. (E.I.C.)

Joe Budden put on one of the most authentic performances at SOBs this past Tuesday night, as everyone in the house came out to celebrate the release of his new EP titled, 'Some Love Lost.' The infamous SOB's in New York City, is also known as the venue where "legends are made." Emilio Rojas opened up the show, followed by R&B sensation EManny. Felicia Temple joined Emanny on the stage, and both brought up two lucky fans from the crowd for an intense little "lapdance session!" 

Joey hit the stage performing for nearly an hour, as he started off with a few tracks off Some Love Lost, leading into classics as far back to Halfway House, Mood Muzik, and No Love Lost. While Joe refers to himself as "washed," we think he has hit legendary status by far and he is JUST getting started!

Joe took over The Angie Martinez Show on Power 105 this past Wednesday, and revealed this EP was just a warmup before he releases his new ALBUM! No date has been set. We will also soon see him alongside his fellow Slaughterhouse brothers, Yelawolf, and the founder of Shady Records himself, Eminem on the 15th anniversary album Shady XV which will be introduced with a cypher, titled "CXVPHER."

As we patiently wait for more to come from Joey, check out this video below! We got up close and personal for this full on therapy session from The Mood God!

Joell Ortiz Takes Over SOBs New York, with Special Guests Joe Budden, and Royce Da 5'9

Last Tuesday we had the honor and great pleasure of covering the release of Joell Ortiz album, House Slippers at SOBs, in New York City. 

It was a SOLD OUT, packed house, which even included a few "special guests." Joell took the stage to perform hits from House Slippers, as well as a few throwbacks. The crowd was LIVE, with a few diehard fans, singing some of best bars word for word. 

After performing his solo joints, Joell brought Joe Budden and Royce Da 5'9 to the stage, as 3/4 of Slaughterhouse went on to perform some of their songs as a group! 

The 3 spit bars for a good amount time before rapping up the show. Joey saw me on stage, and on his way out he said hello to me with a big hug and kiss on the cheek :) 

Check out the video I took of this historic show I was so lucky to have been apart of!!!

Dana Pellotta

Owner/Editor In Chief